AMC Relaunches 'Interview With the Vampire' as 'The Vampire Lestat'
Originally published Jun 6, 2026
By Varietyschneider · Variety
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Key points
- AMC is rebranding 'Interview With the Vampire' as 'The Vampire Lestat', focusing on the character Lestat de Lioncourt.
- Sam Reid stars as Lestat and performed original songs at the premiere event in character.
- The series features 20 original songs and a concert-style premiere at New York’s Beacon Theatre.
- The show includes major marketing tie-ins to enhance the fan experience.
- The new series aims to offer a fresh take on the vampire genre and Anne Rice's universe.
AMC is reimagining Anne Rice's 'Interview With the Vampire' as 'The Vampire Lestat,' a new series centered on the character Lestat de Lioncourt. The show, which premiered in June, features Sam Reid in the title role and includes a unique blend of storytelling and music. The June 2 premiere party at New York’s Beacon Theatre doubled as a concert, where Reid performed six original songs in character as Lestat. The series is accompanied by 20 original songs and major marketing partnerships, signaling a bold new direction for the vampire franchise. The creative approach aims to bring a fresh, immersive experience to fans of the original novels and previous adaptations.
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